DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) - Two 20-year-old Douglas County residents have been arrested and charged in connection with a case of alleged child abuse involving their 5-month-old infant.

On August 24th, the infant was brought to the emergency room, where medical staff discovered more than 30 broken bones in various stages of healing. The severity of the injuries prompted an immediate investigation by law enforcement.

Key findings from the investigation include: • The infant had spent the first four months of life in a NICU facility and had only been in the custody of the parents for approximately six weeks. • Interviews with pediatricians, family members, and witnesses led investigators to conclude that both parents were responsible for the injuries. • Medical professionals indicate

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